Senior Communications Specialist, Publications & Industry Engagement

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Communications Specialist, Publications and Industry Engagement is responsible for providing support for a wide range of communications activities. This includes communications planning, publications, stakeholder relations, home builder industry sponsorships, consumer awareness, and event planning to support BC Housing’s research and education activities around residential construction in British Columbia. She/he/they produces a variety of communications materials and strategies for BC Housing’s digital and social media platforms, and traditional media channels.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Advanced diploma in communications, public engagement or other relevant discipline.
• Considerable progressive experience in strategic communications planning, event coordination, stakeholder relations , and publications.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of the philosophy, theories and principles of communications, including as applicable in the public sector environment
• Ability to learn about the Research Centre and the Licensing & Consumer Services programs and services and of related legislation and policies
• Ability to work closely with internal and external stakeholders in planning and implementing communications strategies, provide strategic communications advice, and facilitate problem solving in achieving results
• Ability as a strong writer and editor, including for digital platforms
• Strong event management and stakeholder relations skills and abilities
• Ability to work effectively with social media platforms (twitter, Facebook, Instagram etc.)
• Ability to work efficiently with Microsoft Office tools (especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Ability to work with a high level of judgement, discretion and decision-making skills
• Ability to analyze, problem-solve, mediate and mitigate difficult situations
• Ability to work with a variety of partners and stakeholders, agencies and contractors
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressures, with scrupulous attention to details
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in an appropriate manner
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work independently and as a team player
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Good oral communications and presentation skills

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact to arrange a call.